Remuneration: Competitive salary in Pakistani Rupees (PKR), commensurate with
qualifications and experience, along with employment benefits in accordance with SRSO
Human Resource policies.

Position Summary
The National Technical Coordinator will serve as the Lead Technical Expert responsible
for ensuring technical excellence, operational effectiveness, and contractual compliance
of all project components related to rice production, value chains, and rural development.
The incumbent will provide strategic direction, supervise implementation, oversee
monitoring and reporting systems, and facilitate collaboration among Donor, government
entities, research institutions, and development partners.

Scope of Work and Key Responsibilities

A. Technical Leadership and Quality Assurance

• Provide overall technical oversight of all project components including the support to rice production systems, climate-smart agriculture practices, and value chain development interventions.
• Ensure application of sustainable intensification, post-harvest management, and market-oriented approaches.
• Validate technical packages, extension materials, and capacity-building modules.
• Provide policy-level technical inputs where required.

B. Programme Planning and Implementation

• Lead preparation of Annual Work Plans (AWPs), procurement plans, and implementation schedules.
• Ensure alignment of field activities with approved logframes and results frameworks.
• Supervise timely and quality delivery of outputs and reports.

C. Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL)

• Establish and oversee performance monitoring systems.
• Ensure regular tracking of indicators and outcome-level results.
• Contribute to baseline, mid-term review, and final evaluation processes.
• Document lessons learned and best practices.

D. Financial Oversight and Compliance

• Coordinate with finance and grants units to monitor budget utilization.
• Review fund requests and financial progress reports.
• Ensure adherence to donor agreements, procurement standards, and audit requirements.

E. Stakeholder Coordination and Representation

• Liaise with federal and provincial agriculture departments, research institutes, and private sector actors.
• Represent the project in technical working groups and coordination platforms.
• Strengthen partnerships with rice research institutions and value chain stakeholders.

F. Capacity Development and Knowledge Management

• Organize technical workshops, policy dialogues, and training sessions.
• Support development of knowledge products, policy briefs, and dissemination materials.
• Promote research linkages and evidence-based policy recommendations.

G. Communication and Visibility

• Support implementation of communication and visibility plans in line with donor branding guidelines.
• Contribute to the preparation of technical publications and reports.

Deliverables

The National Technical Coordinator shall deliver:

• Annual Work Plan (AWP) and quarterly implementation plans.
• Quarterly, six-monthly Project Progress Reports (PPRs) and annual technical progress reports.
• Budget utilization and financial narrative reports.
• Mid-term and final evaluations reports with support from Lead Agency.
• Monitoring reports aligned with results framework indicators.
• Technical publications or policy briefs (as applicable).

Minimum Qualifications:

• Advanced university degree (Master’s required; PhD preferred) in Agriculture, Agronomy, Rural Development, Food Security, Rice Sciences, or related discipline from an HEC-recognized institution.
• Minimum five (05) years of progressively responsible professional experience in agriculture and rural development programming at the national or international level.
• Demonstrated expertise in rice production systems, value chain development, or agribusiness.
• Experience in field implementation, policy advisory roles, and donor-funded project management.
• Preference will be given to candidates with peer-reviewed publications in internationally recognized research journals on rice or related themes.

Competencies (Core Competencies)

• Results Focus
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Building Effective Relationships
• Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement
• Strategic Thinking
• Planning and Organizing
• Accountability

Social Media Policies:

• He/She will not upload any post of project activity, any picture, banner, or draft for the project, SRSO, and donor on any social media platform.
• He/She will not upload any post on social media platforms without the consent of SRSO Management approval.
• He/She will be able to protect all types of data of the project, SRSO, and donors, and keep confidential information, such as personal details of project beneficiaries or sensitive operational details, on social media platforms.
• He/She will respect diversity and social media activity; if any is done must reflect the project’s commitment to diversity and inclusion, and avoid any language or content that may be offensive or discriminatory towards any group of people.
• He/She will rely on the accuracy and fact-checked social media posts. All social media posts should be based on accurate and reliable information. Staff and volunteers should fact-check information before sharing it on social media, especially if it pertains to the project’s activities or beneficiaries.
• Personal views: He/She will make it clear that their social media activity represents their personal views and not those of the project or its donors/partners. They should not make any comments that could be interpreted as representing the project’s official position.
• Safety and security: He/She will social media activity should not compromise the safety and security of project beneficiaries, staff, or partners. Staff will not share any information that could reveal the location of project activities or put individuals at risk.
• Data protection: He/She should be aware of data protection regulations and ensure that any personal data of project beneficiaries or partners is handled by these regulations.
• Branding and messaging: If posting any data or draft/article on social media, activity must be aligned with the project’s
  branding and messaging guidelines. He/She will not use the project’s logo or branding without authorization and should ensure
  that any messaging is consistent with the project’s values and objectives.

No donor approach: As per organizational communication protocol, candidates/employees are not permitted to directly contact donors
for any official matters, nor engage with or tag donors on social media platforms without formal authorization.

Language Skills:

• Sindhi
• Urdu
• English
• Preference for local language expertise

Candidates applying for the above vacant positions must have declared that the information provided in this form is true, complete, and
accurate to the best of their knowledge. Recognizing the importance of upholding the highest standards of integrity and transparency by
SRSO principles.

1. Declare that there are no pending legal proceedings or convictions against me in any court of law, whether domestic or
   international.
2. Affirm that I have not been involved in any violations of human rights, as defined by international standards, and have not been
   found guilty of any such offenses.
3. Confirm that I am not affiliated with any political party or political organization, and I do not hold any position within such entities.
4. Acknowledge that I am not a social media activist, and I have not engaged in any activities that may compromise the principles of
   impartiality and neutrality, as expected in international organizations adhering to SRSO standards.
5. Understand the significance of maintaining professional conduct and avoiding conflicts of interest. Therefore, I pledge not to
   engage in any activities that may compromise the reputation or impartiality of the organization, adhering to SRSO standards.
6. Confirm that I have not been involved in any form of female or Gender-Based Violence (GBV), child abuse, or any form of abuse
   towards women.
7. I have never been terminated from a National or internationally banned organization.
8. I am not included in any no-fly list, domestic or international.
9. I do not have any affiliation with any anti-state agency or country.
10. I have not been found engaged in any cyber activities that violate the principles of security, ethics, or legality.
11. Hereby consent to a thorough background check to verify the accuracy of the information provided in this declaration form.

SRSO provides equal opportunities to all, including candidates with physical disabilities and those from marginalized
communities. No TA/DA will be admissible, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the written test and
interview. The competent authority reserves the right to reject the position/s. Incorrect, false, or forged information
and influence (Sifarish) may result in the cancellation of your candidature at any stage.

ATTENTION: Candidates shall declare while applying for the position that he/she was never involved in any Sexual
Exploitation Abuse or any Criminal Activity in his/ her career.

To apply online, please log in to the SRSO Job portal by following the link mentioned below by March 17, 2026.

https://srso.org.pk/careers

Manager – Human Resource Department
Address: SRSO Complex, Near Taj Petrol Pump, Shikarpur Road, Sukkur, Sindh.